We approached Ashen Lilly (Mitch) about doing a project together. Mitch is an eclectic independent artist, known for his military themed digital art, and LOTUS EATER a graphic novel he co-authors with Delta Manga (Mag).
Left to his own devices, Mitch's signature style combines bright cyberpunk colors with organic forms and sinister themes. The spider lillies represent a passage from life to death, and the Kanji "MORTAL" (致死) Pays tribute to the swift & deadly accuracy from the MK.12 NSW "Recce" Rifle fielded by Delta Force & Navy Seals in the 2000s.
The MK.12 was a "Special Purpose" Rifle born out of the growing needs for a more adaptable platform for urban fighting after the battle of Mogadishu. Chambered in Black Hills Ammo's Mk. 262, a heavy but accurate 5.56 NATO round, it became renowned for it's adaptability as a Designated Marksman Rifle & used extensively by some of the highest-tier special forces in the world.
It's also become a prime target for cloners, with the NSW Recce featuring a Knights Armament rail, shorter barrel, and collapsible stock that take the Mk.12 from great to phenomenal as a long-range platform...
It's one of our favorite AR configurations ever, so it at least deserved a Badass Design on a t-shirt to commemorate it.
Specs
Sizing
Although the shirts are technically unisex, the Beefy T is cut for a male wearer and may appear baggy and long on women. The shirt will shrink slightly during the first wash. After this it should fit true to size.
NSW Recce Rifle Ashen Lilly Tee
Overall great shirt but my only point of contention is how the design is printed on is not very breathable for outdoor on hot, summer days. Warning the shirt did shrink a little after the first wash.
But this shirt has become one of my favorites
looks great on my VRC avatar. lmao
good irl also i guess like whatever
The shirt is comfy and fits well, the print is sturdy and colorful. I feel pretty when I wear this shirt. Pretty hard. Now we need some mk18 mod 0/cqbr B1 love.
For a eyedropper look that makes the point of Art and defense, this Ashly Lilly is the Deal!
